Cold water salmon oil is rich in alpha-linolenic (ALA), eicosapentanoic (EPA) and docosahexanoic (DHA) acids, all of which are essential fatty acids for the functions of the human body. Cold-water salmon oil is a precursor to the prostaglandin E 1 (PGE1) and E3 (PGE3) series.
There has been a large amount of research in the last 15 years showing promising positive results from the use of cold water salmon oil (omega-3) in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, chronic obstructive airway disease, symptoms associated with menopause, symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome, non-insulin dependent diabetes, psoriasis and other skin conditions. It also has a positive influence on hair, skin and nails.
PGE1 and PGE3 (which omega-3 is converted to) reduce or inhibit:
- inflammation
- platelet stickiness (which makes the blood thinner)
- thrombosis (blood clotting)
- synthesis of bad LDL cholesterol
- tightness of the arterial walls (reducing blood pressure)
- cancer cell formation
Essential fatty acids can also protect the liver from the effects of excessive alcohol and irritating drugs. Prostaglandins also help maintain water and electrolyte balance, insulin secretion from the pancreas, transmission of messages along nerve cells, and digestive function.
The functions of essential fatty acids mean that uncontaminated Omega-3 fish oil supplements can be used to benefit in the following situations.
cardiovascular disease
- anti-inflammatory effect
- Reduces stickiness of platelets.
- Reduce blood clotting
- It lowers blood pressure by decreasing the tone of the smooth muscle in the arterial wall.
- Lowers bad LDL cholesterol while increasing good HDL cholesterol
Arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis)
- anti-inflammatory effect
- Immune system support
- Possible correct deficiencies of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and docosahexaenoic (DHA)
Skin disorders such as eczema, acne, allergic dermatitis, psoriasis
- anti-inflammatory
- Immune system support
Allergies such as asthma, hay fever, food allergies, contact dermatitis
- anti-inflammatory
Immune system support
- Antibacterial and Antiviral: Viruses are known to decrease the efficiency of delta-6-desaturase, leading to an imbalance of EFA and prostaglandin synthesis. Treatment of post viral fatigue (chronic fatigue syndrome, myalgic encephalitis, fibromyalgia) with a combination of omega-3 and omega-6 normalizes the balance.
weightloss
- Improves cell metabolism, electrolyte and water balance.
- It can ease the craving for sugar and help decrease your appetite.
Premenstrual syndrome and menopause
- Electrolyte and Water Balance: Reduces water retention.
- Correct possible deficiencies
- anti-inflammatory
Benign (fibrocystic) breast disease
- anti-inflammatory
- Correct possible deficiencies in GLA, EPA and PAG1
multiple sclerosis
- Improves nerve transmission: helps restore the protective layer around the nerve fiber.
- Correct possible deficiencies
- Immune system support
- Decreases platelet clumping
- prostaglandin flakes
Hyperactivity in children
- Correct possible deficiencies
- Reduces allergies
- Improves nerve transmission in the memory and concentration areas of the brain
- Immune system support
- Low blood sugar scales
Schizophrenia
- Correct possible deficiencies and imbalance of low PGE1 and high PGE2
Protects against alcohol
- Relieves withdrawal symptoms
- Reduces liver toxicity
- Reduces nervous system depression
Depression and anxiety
- Correct possible EFA deficiency
- Improves nerve transmission in the brain and nervous system.
- Low blood sugar scales
Cancer – GLA of the omega-6s and EPA of the omega-3s suppress tumor growth and metastasis (spread), particularly in colon cancer, breast cancer, and melanoma. While GLA, EPA, and DHA are not necessarily curative, they relieve symptoms, prevent further complications, support the immune system, and help restore function.
Diabetes Supplementation with omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids may support nerve function and help prevent nerve disease (neuropathy)
Is there anyone who wouldn’t benefit? There are many functions that essential fatty acids perform. Omega 3 supplements from an uncontaminated source help in many diseases. Side effects are virtually non-existent, although transient nausea can sometimes be experienced due to the oil content of the capsules. This can usually be avoided by taking the capsules with food. Transient mild skin rashes or acne have also been reported to occasionally occur.
